Glock 42 Chapter 2

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@robd9497]

I totally agree with you. I love my pocket carry Glock 42 with the Underwood +p XTP

[@Militaryarmschannel]

The G42 is growing on me. I wasn't all that excited about it at first, but after shooting it I kind-a-sort-a want one. It's definitely one of the softest shooting .380's out there.

[@RyanNorthcott]

with enough stopping power to put down a wet paper sack. ;)

[@lawrencel1964]

I LIKE THIS GUYS VIDEO

[@rickwatson7637]

hickok45 !!!! yay!!!! Glock!!!!! BOooooooooo!!!!!

[@justin6465]

Hey Mac when you gonna review this little sleeper.

[@Evrythng_boostin]

same thing with me i wasn't crazy on it and today i just bought one. With the LE price is came out to $330. couldn't beat that

[@philgriffin3163]

You sir are right! As someone who has been in LE at both the county and federal level for over twenty years , I am also tired of the endless caliber debate. The bottom line is SHOT PLACEMENT, it trumps anything else. These gun shop commandos would be better off mastering drawing their weapon of choice and getting rounds on target , than worrying about the caliber of their rounds. I have a GLOCK 42 and have put over 400 round thru it with no problems. I only have feed it round that wete 95 grains. I must say that this little GLOCK has become one of my favorite off duty carry weapons , second only to my GLOCK 27. Please keep making your excellent videos, they ate the best on You Tube.

[@nicomackey7947]

Hey have you looked into fort Scott munitions at all? Not a hollow point but they tumble upon impact causing extensive temporary as well as permanent wounds channels

[@user-pv9pv4xf9c]

@@nicomackey7947 Fort Scott is probably the deadliest ammo, but, ya know, most people don't carry hollow points to be deadlier but have less over penetration. But I did not know Fort Scott made 380 ammo. That literally makes me think a 380 would actually be totally usable.

[@user-pv9pv4xf9c]

Officer Griffin, do you still like the Glock 42 after so many years?

[@k9razz]

Awesome Shotplacment couldn’t agree more

[@noble9140]

Glock 27 is also my favorite. And I just got the 42 and it is quickly becoming my second favorite handgun as well

[@guns4Armageddon]

Love how people underestimate this round. Y’all can’t get passed that Rambo mindset

[@BooTanIzz]

Say it louder 🙌

[@cbrando190]

So, you’re saying it should be belt fed?

[@guns4Armageddon]

@@cbrando190 if that’s your bread and butter then hell yeah

[@demajayfryer1685]

I know right I just got one today

[@joedirt7716]

🙌 I own several 380 pistols I carry my 42 everyday I kept my good old bursa thunder 380 I carried for years before the 42 just to go pop every now any then .... Hell I've even got a curve in my tackle box just in case 😂 I don't know what that gun was awful but It looks cool 😎

[@johnmiranda9310]

Another note is that the best cal. firearm combo is the one you can shoot effectively ... Low recoil makes for better practice session. After 28 yrs of Law Enforcement I have to say the Glock 42 is now my best friend next to my wife.. Hickok your the best..

[@pawpawtx]

Bought one last Friday ...... Showed it to a LEO buddy who had just came back from the Glock armorers course. He said that Glock was aware of jamming etc on the G42. He said run 300 round through it before using for concealed carry or backup. So yesterday I took it to my local range, clean out of the box . Bought Federal American Eagle and Speer gold dots and fired 300 rounds through the little piece of combat Tupperware and not one failure to feed. Flawless performance for the one I purchased in the first week of August 2014. Same armorer / instructor said the baby Glock was tighter tolerances etc ....l consider it to be well made and is a value firearm based on my own experiences with the little gem. Easier to use than my Seecamp and PPK/s in same caliber. Enjoy yer videos Sir....grateful for all you do for us. Stay safe !

[@johndaniel2265]

I love my PPK/S

[@garybombadier3185]

The only trouble I have is keeping my support hand from hitting the mag release button.

[@peteshour768]

His videos are timeless. They are always my first choice. He cuts right to the chase from the get go. I trust these reviews before anyone else.

[@Wyodez999]

Definitely he knows his guns

[@stephenbayer957]

hickok45 is a national treasure.

[@downsouth9146]

380 ACP. Is more than adequate in S. Florida. No trouble getting Hornedy Critical Defense. No issues with my G42. Great review here on Hickok 45.

[@jerrepeak9083]

I bought a 42 a few weeks ago and love the gun ! I've shot it about 200-300 times without any issues at all...and, it's the most accurate small gun that I've ever shot. I'm very, very, pleased with mine !

[@bobscar327]

Ditto, bigger than an LCP, but, I can hit with the Glock 42.

[@sterlingarcher6079]

I just wanted to say thank you for taking your time and your money to purchase the wide variety of carry ammo to test in the glock 42. At the very least, you have saved glock 42 owners some money, and perhaps even saved someone's life with this video. I cannot imagine anything worse than a weapon or ammo malfunction when your life, or the life of your loved ones, is on the line. Thank you again. Love your videos, your humor, and your mature and responsible approach to firearms and the shooting sports. You are a role model and a strong and positive image for second amendment enthusiast everywhere. Take care, be safe, and keep sending rounds down range.

[@canmcneely]

I got my glock 42 (4) months ago, and I’m embarrassed to say, I haven’t gotten up my nerve to learn how to shoot it yet. My bro said to start out by watching you tube videos, so, here I am. After ANOTHER church shooting today, it’s getting easier for me to want to learn! Some idiots call for “gun control”, but it makes me want to learn my weapon!! My daughter and I bought one. We have very small hands, size 4.5 ring finger, but this seems to fit our grips the best. Wish us luck! My husband was an expert marksman in the Army, so he’ll be a great teacher:)

[@MyEnemy]

How's it going? Like the pistol?

[@cd4playa1245]

I carry a Glovk 17 or 19 for church defense but I’m about to get a 42 for thug defense. The weight hurts my lower back after a while.

[@glenndodge3919]

I ran into you a few weeks ago at Franklin Gun and you were gracious enough to spend a few minutes answering my questions about this gun. Your endorsement sealed the deal for me and I purchased one a few days later. I have run 300 rounds of Winchester white box 95gr and have not had a single issue. I love this gun.

[@robfox7762]

As you pointed out, it is a great gun for pocket carry in warm weather or by smaller people. I am 5'9'', 180, and have a hard time with any of my other guns not printing. I much prefer my model36 for the .45, but I will most likely carry my model42 more just because it is easier to conceal and more comfortable. My .45 isn't going to do much good at home in the safe! As far as .380, it is better than nothing, and can stop an attacker with good shot placement. Besides, when you pull a gun, criminals just see you are armed. They don't ask what caliber or model you are carrying. Thanks for the holster ideas. Really like that leather pocket holster. Excellent advice about not holstering in your pocket too! Thanks for the video.

[@DreadheadAngel11]

I absolutely love this guy. He's like hallmark but for gun enthusiasts. So much knowledge its relieving..

[@wadeklingler2003]

Why are there any dislikes? He's not promoting anything. Just showing how the 42 handles different ammo...

[@Pr0ph3cy-k5z]

Because some people think that a 380 is weak and won't kill, yet the irony of this is none of those people would willingly take a shot to the face, head or chest with this gun. Armchair bandit rambo's lol.

[@flipgunderson1946]

@@Pr0ph3cy-k5z a kick to the nuts won't kill me but that doesn't mean i'm willing to take one to the ol' ball bag. That said, carry what you wish. Not sure why people care what other people carry.

[@Pr0ph3cy-k5z]

@@flipgunderson1946 lol. I know for a fact that a 380 will kill. Hell, even the weak 25 cal will kill. I've seen the aftermath of a 380 and a 25 cal to the head. The 380 took a large chunk of skull bone with it. The 25 never exited, but still hit the brain. I used to embalm.

[@erocker78]

@@Pr0ph3cy-k5z I don't care what anyone says about .380. It's very leathal. Not sure why it's underestimated. People are ignorant I guess.

[@rondj1965]

You can't please all the people all of the time.

[@4deuce31]

I love my 42, not a single failure and tons of lead down range. It's my summer carry. I also put the Pierce +1 floor plates on the mags. I carry 1 mag with Colt defender SCHP Hollow point that I believe is 85gr. The other mag holds Browning BPT target at 95gr. Both work very well in it. My friends won't carry anything less then a 9mm. I'm not the least bit concerned about being under powered. They rag on me about it but they still won't stand in front of it. Imagine that. Anyway if you're looking at these for a carry or range it's a great little gun. The one's that have been revised work great. 03 is what you look for on the part number stamp. Ya just can't go wrong. Buuut, I do carry a G19. In dear old gun hating CT. Nice shootin Mr. Hickok, thanks.

[@kaptkrunchfpv]

Got my 42 today as a replacement for a LCP II I lost in a house fire, pistol is amazing, runs reloads like a boss, much more comfortable in the hand than my old LCP II. Super happy with it. Now just got to replace the rest of them, kind of hard in these times to get it done though.

[@oldcop18]

I’m a bit late coming to this post but really like what Hickok has to say here. I’m tired of hearing the so called experts say that nothing works that does not start w/a “4”. As a retired cop who survived three deadly force encounters over 30 years, all w/my issued .38, I know most anything will work w/good shot placement.

[@LibertarianRF]

Appreciate your service sir

[@Fight4freedom.]

I usually carry 9 mm so at first I laughed at the Glock 42 after shooting it Im sold this gun is a beast very accurate and a solid performer. It’s what I carry now.

[@pauldedomenico4949]

The Glock 42 is a SWEET pistol. It shoots like a dream and is accurate. I got the 7 round ETS mags and added Stryke Industries +2 extension with pinky rest which gives it 9+1 capacity! I also added trijicon fiber optic sights and a tungsten guide rod for reduced recoil. Shots on target are of utmost importance! I’ve put many rounds through it and never had a malfunction including shooting it in IDPA Bug competition. I did let a new shooter try it and it did have a failure because she limp wristed it. GREAT gun and my EDC of choice for reliability, comfort and ease of concealment. Loaded with Underwood Extreme Defender it is a wicked self defense gun. Even invisible front pocket carry with a Sticky holster. Get one!

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@kornfed4434]

I love your videos man... I like how you will be talking all calm and normal and then all of the sudden you pull out your gun and start firing ... With a little chuckle as your popping those targets. Always educational and that's why your so well known today. Great video as usual

[@MyNameIsTimIThink]

I've had my glock 42 for about a year now. Put maybe 500 rounds through it and never had a problem that was the guns fault. I did some work to striker spring and had a light strike changed it out and it was fine. I really like my 42. Its so thin you forget you have it inside the waistband. It goes everywhere with me. I carry federal hst in it since I discovered how effective that ammo is and it feeds fine. I've never limp wristed this gun but my wife has once or twice due to inexperience. Overall a good reliable gun. Much easier to shoot than some of the smaller 380s

[@ScreamingYellowMach]

Just got one these yesterday for Christmas. Put around 50 rounds through yesterday evening on my range. Really nice gun, had no jams at all, and it's real accurate.

[@leecampbell2826]

I was one that was having tons of malfunctions for the first 200 rounds. Turns out it was weak ammo from Tennessee Ammo. I have used the ammo you and others used successfully and have had no further problems. PMC, Blazer, PPU, Winchester Target, Lawman all run well. I am carrying HPR 90g JHP and/or Hornady Custom 90g. Both passed the FBI test and run well in my G42. I have also found that some ammo that would not run the gun, now do after +> 600 rounds. Thanks for the update! Love your channel!

[@charleswilliams2675]

As a Glock Wonk in my former Police Life. My duty and off Duty weapon were Glock. When the decision to go from a wheel gun to a semi auto my department met with the Glock rep. He related that the Glock had one issue. It must have a high quality round to avoid hangups or any other type malfunctions. He strongly recommended Fioci. This is all I use through my Glock`s. I have never had a malfunction. Also as I know Im preaching to the choir about a tight grip. Just thought I`d pass this along.

[@hickok45]

+Charles Williams The Glock Rep must have been a stock holder in Fioci. :-) I don't know that I've encountered any particular brand of ammo that Glocks don't like. Sometimes, an already light load might have a round that is "extra" light, such as Winchester White Box, and it won't be powerful enough, but generally they feed anything, in my experience.

[@charleswilliams2675]

+hickok45 You may be absolutely right. However Because my chestnuts were on the line daily in J actionville Flo RIta I can personally attest that while using FIOCI I never had a malfunction and on a couple unfortunate occasions on duty. I`m sure Glock has improved the feed etc so because of your impeccable reputation I will defer to your expertise.I did attempt several hollow points and did encounter bad jams. This was about 20 years ago so my information probably is not relevant. Looking forward to more videos ,

[@Dungzoo]

Fiocchi is the best ammo I've shot out of the 42. Never a hangup, cheap to buy and they are located in my state. Magtech was too hot and cheap bulk ammo will make a stovepipe every 4 rounds.

[@terrynewton3753]

Keep it above 90 grain and the 42 will work as its was designed to do.

[@jerryc3828]

@@terrynewton3753 Underwood 65 grain +P solid coppers work well in my 42 - just say'n

[@OILGOAT1]

Bought the G42 for my wife after we shot it among other pistols. She fell in love with it. While inspecting the weapon and loading it and manual feeding ammo thu it checking operation I had a couple failures. The next day I had a couple failures while shooting it. The problem I was having was my improper grip. Shooting right handed my right thumb was depressing the mag release while my little finger was underneath the mag holding mag up.Causing slide to lock back.

[@anthonyhess7707]

I bought my glock 42 about a year and half ago, and I personally love it. I carry it everywhere I go. it's light weight and comfortable. I use a blade tech iwb holster. I even sometimes forget I have it. the gun is great for shooting and fun to shoot. I highly suggest checking into a blade tech holster. very comfortable and I'm a large man with love handles.

[@redneckaxeman1254]

I've had my G42 for several months now, with no malfunctions. In typical glock fashion 100% reliability. I've run various hard ball and defense ammunitions with no hiccups.

[@quintili1]

Glad to see I'm not the only one that destroys the Hydra Shock packaging trying to get into it.

[@sterlingarcher6079]

Me too. I felt like an idiot trying to open those boxes. Lol. Almost cut my finger off too. 👍

[@HerbsGarage]

My son and enjoy your videos tremendously ! You just seem to have acquired a truly perfect balance of knowledge, easygoing common sense and endearing humor. I have watched many videos on youtube over the years on all sorts of subjects, and yours belong to the very best. Always informative and a treat to watch. Keep up the good work, will be watching all your future videos.

[@jamiesloan5902]

Herbzqy I agree with that 100%!!! Great, great guy. I dread the day when KZbin starts taking down gun videos. It's coming....

[@AmericanFamilyAdventures]

When I did my first review of the 42 all the ammo worked well. I used Winchester American eagle federal red box And Remington. But the slide would not lock back on an empty mag. This was the same result for others who shot the same gun. Going to do another one but on a second 42. Great video lots of good information. Thanks for keeping it family friendly, my kids enjoy watching you as well. Thanks again.

[@tdub8720]

I just purchased a Glock 42. I was in the market for a pocket pistol to carry and then one day pass to my wife when I wanted to upgrade. I've been a big fan of Glock(23,19) and was happy that they finally produced a pocket size .380 and 9mm. I've haven't had a malfunction yet using range ammo or protection ammo. And for the price compared to the rival Kahr P380(which felt way to small in my hands) and the more powerful Glock 43 you can't beat it. Keep up the great videos

[@skotdog3833]

I admire your range safety, it's good to see & will hopefully teach others. Reviews are great & you are so respectful to not put down the manufacturers that don't impress you, or the ammo that doesn't feed well. I doff my hat to you sir. Keep up the good work, love your reviews.

[@golfnutinga1069]

Hickok45 is the best. Great non bias reviews and throws in a little hummor to keep it interesting. Over 1 millions subs says it all.

[@legallyarmedmissouri]

What I noticed with my Glock 42, it's very easy to do sometimes, but if you don't hold it right, you will fire it ''Limp Wristed'' that caused some malfunctions such as stove piping, and failure of the slide sliding back. Most of the ammunition that I have used has worked. Great video.

[@bleu_chzst924]

Only time mine has ever malfunctioned was when i handed it to a dude i know who is inexperienced with guns and it stove piped first time he shot it. He limp wristed it thinking its small and not gonna be snappy.

[@jtuttle11]

This little 42 has ruined my preconceptions about 'Glocks'. I LOVE this little gun.

[@abnkc]

"Let's see if I forgot any other lies I want to tell you." Thanks for another great video sir!

[@SirOtterman]

Thank you for this! I just inherited a Glock 42 & am typically not a fan of Glocks (more of a revolver & steel frame guy) but this thing actually fits my oversized hands (with a Hogue over mold & extended mag plate). It's hard finding people doing just an honest review of reliability & function of a weapon instead of trashing or fanboy'ing the caliber/platform. This thing is quickly becoming the one I carry when I wouldn't normally carry (so easy to just drop in your pocket). So far I like the SIG ammo you tested but haven't had a chance to get any critical defence or way cool zombie rounds lol

[@NCrdwlf]

The range I shoot at, has one as one as a rental, kinda beat up , but it fired well. Box of 50, no hang ups. I found it to be accurate, and nice to shoot.

[@ohcliffy]

I always judge how effective they would be by how fast those 2 liters spin. Sir I have watched your videos for years and I enjoy what I have learned from you.

[@williammaddox6074]

love my glock .380 wouldn't trade it for anything

[@stephenmystery8313]

+William Maddox To be fair, I fired one. They aren't that great. The recoil is soft, but not as soft as a .380 should be. And the capacity is a draw. And the tiny grip is just nasty. But hey, guess in the states, it's the only .380 Glock you can buy!

[@kaseycornette3749]

+Stephen Mystery It's not made for comfort due to the fact that it's a carry gun. Nothing is perfect. If you want comfort, style, and reliable then get a 92fs.

[@stephenmystery8313]

Kasey Cornette I carry a Browning HP.

[@sterlingarcher6079]

Me too.

[@kennethlucas7473]

Me three.a

[@marjodye1]

as of today....I have three friends and myself that carry these guns daily, especially in the summer when it is hot...all have worked great with the ammo we have ran thru them, including hollowpoint ammo. I am not a 380 auto fan but it is beats having nothing....and surprisingly these 42 models seems to shoot real well.

[@criticalmemetheory5404]

After years of pocket-carrying my LCP II in a Vedder pocket rig, I decided to upgrade to the G42. I’m not a fan of Ruger’s diminutive slide. The 42, like my other Glocks, is accurate, easy to maintain, and easy to manipulate. Got the Battle Green version. Another great video m, H-man!

[@gasparemarturano1994]

I also carried the LCPII and moved to the G42. I haven’t had any issues with it. I tried a bunch of different ammo and it was flawless. I still carry my LCP (it is a tad bit smaller) now and then.

[@MrHolster]

Once again thanks for another video. I have to thank you for giving me something to do since being laid up by the horse kick on November 21st. Took 10 weeks in bed an expensive surgery and many more week of recovery but I am back at it pretty much now and have to find time to watch your shooting of 2 liters. Glad to see you are now making Tennessee safe from all the stray roamin pizza pans, dang them, too. I can attest now after what I have been thru that your closing statements are indeed true, Life is Good. Thanks again Pard.

[@sterlingarcher6079]

Also, I love critical defense and hydra shock for ccw ammo. Very reliable. Also, good for you for being honest about the Barnes ammo, and the fact that they do make some amazing bullets for rifles and reloading. Thanks again for a first class video.

[@xxwash1999]

I bought this for my wife. I also carry the G42 on hot days when I walk. I have had trouble with PMC FMJ. We carry Hornaday American Gunner XTP as our carry load. We shoot Remington UMC and CCI at the range. Not issue with those.

[@jeremyp4818]

Always impressed with your videos. Safe and informative. Keep up the good work,

[@BRIANVANDUYN]

Just went on a date with my wife and we ended up buying 2 of these

[@cyco781loco1]

Lmao same me and my girlfriend brought one each last week saw this picked it up and told the shop guy to just take my money! Love my glock 42

[@troytruong8246]

Welcome to the g42 club. I bought it when it first came out. Cc it since. The trigger on my 1st gen is kinda heavy compared to a newer one. I dont want to spend more money to upgrade the trigger.

[@durrtybuck8949]

BRIAN VANDUYN awesome choice! I also own and carry the Glock 42 and I love it. And I must say I enjoy it more than my carry usual 9mm pistols. The the concealment is just perfect.

[@cyco781loco1]

DurrtyBuck it's funny how I go to my KZbin and see a notification haha and iv literally just had my 42 disassembled and put together after a good clean...I have 2 9mm carry guns that I swap from time to time a glock 19 and a sig p226 but I have to say I just love how my 42 fits in my hand and I use to conceal carry but in a crazy way I feel like I'm neglecting my other carry guns simply because I love this little guy 😂

[@cyco781loco1]

Adrian Diaz good choice my friend I can't part with my 42 either 👌

[@oleboy7615]

The best rated JHPs that I've seen are the Precision One with the Hornady XTP bullet and the Federal Hydra-Shok. I've also seen Lehigh XPs perform well in the G42, and it is a really interesting bullet. Seems to cause more damage than even JHPs. All three of these bullets are rated to get really good penetration in multiple mediums, and the JHPs got really good expansion. The XP does not expand, but it has a very interesting + design that seems to really cut and rip and twist through the ballistic gel causing a huge wound channel and it gets excellent penetration without over penetrating.

[@jimmyroy3340]

Love my 42, have never found a reason not to have it on me !! Love you guys, keep up the great work you do. THANKS !!!!

[@troytruong8246]

My fav cc piece.

[@LOMROB]

Just picked up a G42 last week and haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. Watched both your videos on the gun. I'm looking forward to shooting my very first .380 handgun I've ever owned. I figured I couldn't go wrong with a Glock. On another note, my 11 yo daughter gets her very first firearm for Christmas this year. May God bless me and Inpray she enjoys shooting and is the first of many. A pink Savage Rascal .22LR bolt action rifle. As my only child, I am hoping she has some interest in Firearms. May you and your family have a very merry Christmas sir. Keep them very informative and always entertaining videos coming.

[@jimsmith1424]

I live in Florida and conceal is tough. Wearing shorts and a T-shirt I chose the Glock 42, I also carry the Glock 48 under my shirt at times, but you can see that you are carrying. I know it was easier carrying up north, but I love Florida it’s a gun state.

[@Henrygervais-br6dq]

the 42 is my summer carry, even in a open carry state

[@johnholbrook260]

Loved your review of the 42, I bought one of these for my wife about a year ago. It had many failures to extract a fired round. I tried different manufacturers with mixed results, none consistently worked well. I tried putting a 10% reduced recoil spring in it, this did help but still wasn’t reliable enough to consider it for a carry gun. I’ve bought her a 9mm S/W Shield, it’s been very reliable but she doesn’t like the extra recoil. Still working on the 42. Thanks!

[@raybacon9319]

The problem is your wife limp wrist it will jam if not held firmly I have had no issues with my g42 but I let my girlfriend who is not very experienced it jam on here cause she does not grip firmly

[@jefferyboring4410]

If it’s got atleast 90 grains then it’s limpwrist no doubt. I had to teach my wife about it.

[@ready4pullback]

Completely unbiased, thorough review of defense ammo for the 42! I was surprised that the Barnes ammo wouldn't run! The thing about the Glock 42, is that its hard to beat a Bursa Thunder at the price point. My Bursa eats whatever I feed it, and is just as concealable as the 42. About half the price tag. Only difference is the safety vs Glock safe action- I prefer safe action. If they'd have come out with a higher capacity, or a 9mm, I'd be more convinced. M&P Shield ftw! Thanks Hickok! I love waking up early on Saturdays and watching your vids! Its like an adult version of Saturday Morning cartoons!

[@madaishaharris2741]

You do know that .380 is a 9mm right? Metric for .380 is 9x18, metric for 9mm is 9x19

[@poorichard2]

I've had mine for more than a year and am perfectly satisfied with it. Ankle carried (Galco) daily. it's reliable and comfortable in hand, I've added a Pierce Grip extension, with half the kick of my Taurus 380.

[@larryzeleski2451]

Love my G 42! Keep up the great work! I enjoy all of your videos.

[@seanrich1367]

Bought one of these from Bud"s Gun Shop a while back. Installed Talon, sand paper Grip ,and I Love it. I have had No troubles whatever with it. (But I mostly shoot FMJ ammo, Fiocchi.) Filed the mag. follower to get an extra round in. Now 7+1 . Always enjoy your insight. Yes I realize your post was near 5 yr ago but they R still there and Fun to watch, Thks.

[@barryrickert6544]

I love mine, especially in warm weather carrying. perfect fit in shorts pockets! never have had a malfunction after about 500 rounds.II always carry FMJ 380 ACP in all my 380's.

[@7Starboy7]

Not one????

[@TzitTzitsInASnap]

It's fun to watch you having fun. I can't afford to shoot and exhaust my limited supply at this point since it's so difficult to find now, so I'm living vicariously through you. :)

[@multiholsters]

Yes, the Kydex holster is from Multi Holsters. I have been trying to find a stamp that works well with Kydex. Thanks!

[@fxr1991hd]

Glock 42 is my daily carry. I have noticed that with the Glock single stack mag guns that if you do not have a firm grip on them you will have feed failures...I have proven this on a few different models. My granddaughter shooting the Glocks was having many failures while the more experienced were not. I could cause failures by loosely holding as I fired.... Ball, hollow or +P a weak grip hold would cause feed failures....

[@ArtisanTony]

That's the trouble I am having which is the second round failure to feed. But it seems to be getting better.

[@18whlsrolin]

Underwood ammo makes +p 380 loads that have worked great for me along with all the different calibers I have tried from Underwood. I have had no issues with Hornady, Freedom munitions and silver bear in my glock 42. It has been perfect. I do advise the clip pinky extensions and the +1 mag extensions.

[@jayp6945]

The thing I found out that the steel casings seem to have more trouble feeding through the ramp. Not all but some. My suggestion is polish your feed ramp if you want to use steel casings, just an opinion may not be the case LOL!

[@buster2106]

Surprisingly the last 150rnd w zero problems w it,I like it but ima need another 500 confirmed bf I carry it,bought 6 yrs ago boy time flies

[@troytruong8246]

Buster 210 me too! Bought mine when 1st came out. I put close to 500rds. Havent been to the range for 2 years now. Miss it.

[@Makingnewnamesisdumb]

Needing a smaller gun after the winter ends is a small price to pay if it means getting to see Hickok45 prancing around the compound in his daisy dukes again.

[@michaelcoei2850]

Great Chapter 2 review! I really appreciate and thank you for ammo testing various brands, weights, velocities, etc. That alone saves the average user/buyer guesswork, money, and lessens the frustration level.

[@trkrgal73]

Thank you for the very informative video. I just picked up my 42 this week. When starting out, I had the same problem that you showed in this video, but I was using Federal FMJ. It was with the first 20 or so rounds. I lubed the gun and that seemed to help. I think it was mainly due to being a new gun and needing to break it in. I put 100 rounds through it and after lubing it, it was fine. Thanks again...also I LOVE your range and would love to have something like that in my back yard! :)

[@charlietorgerson1798]

Picked one up last week for 530 added a 10+1rd full grip extension, i call mine the 42x. I own many glocks in different calibers and the idea of SD is something that doesn't over penatrate and dumps its energy in the target, anything over 4inches in the human body can be fatal, the whole 380 auto making someone mad If they got shot is bologna. 1 placed round to the heart, sternum, head, lung area, liver, your done. We are humans not tree, i pray i never have to use mine to test that. 600 training rounds so far and 100 hps ran through it without problems. Smoother then a 22lr, g42 for the dub on 380s.

[@outdoorohiomike]

It's a great little pocket pistol.

[@dvasq277]

This is six years into your future. Glock has fixed those issues with a better magazine and they are now very reliable. Thank you for your video. One thing, please call it for what it was back then.....junk !!!! I trust your opinion and that is why I watch your videos. Back then, I would not have recommended the Glock 42. I was hoping to hear the same thing from you back then.

[@pablomartinez1980]

thanks for the great video. very informative. Glocks are awesome pistols, the G42 is no exception.

[@imonkeyboy2002]

Just got my G42 and haven't shot it yet. I'm a LEO and my G23 has never jammed in 15 years. I have a Ruger LCP and love it with Critical Def. I use it in my biker vest. I want to see if the same ammo is great in this gun for a boot gun. I wanted to see what holster u like in leather. I use a disantist for my back up Smith MP Shield I like a thumb break .Just wanted to know what other holsters u like for ankle for this new G42. Thanks for all the great info on ammo.

[@shantellburns8718]

i love my glock!! my husband got it for Valentine's day 😉 my very first pistol, at first when i was shooting i a problem with it jamming. my husband asked if i had a "weak" wrist (if i was allowing my wrist to snap back with the recoil) he suggested try not to allow the recoil to snap your wrist back as much, my last clip, 6rounds, shot with easy!! problem solved!! just thought I'd make this a note for some having trouble with jamming. hope this helped! happy shooting

[@Timothy1987]

Whats a clip?

[@c2kold]

Awesome video Sir!!! Failures I've seen at the range (hardball) have come with folks limp wristing their grip. So much that when the gun is rented out it is repeated several times. Keep a firm hold and it does what Glocks do best.

[@preflyt]

Just got back from the range. This Glock 42 is an outstanding weapon. shot 100 rounds of Winchester FMJ. I DID NOT have any problems. This weapon is just like all of the other Glocks. ITS PERFECT.

[@preflyt]

Sent my Glock 42 back and they replaced it with two new magazines, and slide stop. I only had 3 failures to feed. But this is going to be my wives carry gun. Just wanted to make sure it would be perfect. Here is the link about what they have changed: looserounds.com/2014/05/10/glock-appears-to-have-made-changes-to-the-g42/

[@93foxwcube]

Lol, omg wut a cheerleader. Go glock goooo! Ive never seen so much enthusiasm from a certain gun brand fan. Is the 42 the first gun to shoot .380 without jamming?

[@93foxwcube]

+preflyt, you gona make sure she has a gun that jamms perfectly. Lol

[@preflyt]

93foxwcube Yep this Marine knows what he likes and GLOCK is it son. Not one problem. My Glock's run perfect. Semper FI!!

[@billyboone1940]

I have the Versacarry holster for my G42 ! Maybe you could try one and give your take on this holster !

[@graphiteblimp99]

It's funny watching this in 2020 and hearing his suggestions as to what he'd want out of the 42 if it came in 9mm. If I didn't know better I'd say Glock designed the subsequent 43 based on what Hickok says.

[@tracyhogan2668]

Just purchased a 42 for my wife and it has the same problem with PMC Starfire ammo. Thanks for the video using several types of ammo.

[@topherd1011]

I always carry FMJ for a .380. .380acp is not meant to be a hollow point although some companies have had success with them. This is a good reliability video though as far as the gun goes. FMJ is all I use because that's all our boys are allowed to use in the Military. Doesn't seem very fair that we can but they cant but several tests show FMJ .380 is the way to go with a carry gun. Thanks for the fun Hickok!

[@travisp11]

Just make sure you know what is on the other side of your target. I'd recommend Hornady Critical Defense in the .380. It just meets the FBI penetration minimum from what I've seen and read online.

[@TheRealTeamFourStar]

travisp11 Gold dot in decent as well. Buffalo Bore makes a pretty vicious round as well.

[@travisp11]

Yeah, I'm addicted to shootingthebull410's videos on ballistic gelatin tests and I've seen some ammo tests on .380 HP's that I would trust my life to. Buffalo and Gold are excellent, too.

[@ZachBillings]

travisp11 ShootingTheBull410 does great stuff. I'm not a fan of .380 (even more so after his testing) but he's really thorough and found one round that would be reasonably viable in a pinch.

[@MrMikesMondoVideo]

What? You carry FMJ because the military does? That makes as little sense as doing it because it’s not fair. You make no sense in those statements at all. As others have suggested, look for the .380 test ShootingTheBull410 has done. His methodology was good and the result surprising. In most cases FMJ would be the better choice for .380, but in his tests he identifies a few HP that are better choice, specifically those with XTP heads.

[@justin6465]

Thanks hickok as always... Also thanks for showing that recluse holster. I just ordered one last week after seeing it on your vid I got the TS solo the more square version. Its kinda costly but worth it to me. It appears to be the best on the market at the moment. I had a high grade stingray custom from ryan grizzly but even the best made designs print a little. The recluse is perfect. To me the G42 is the perfect pocket pistol and the recluse the perfect pocket holster. Perfection meets perfection. I love my G42 I carry half speer lawman and half gold dots in my G42 so I get best of both worlds if I ever had to use it.

[@gph9674]

Now you did it. Knocked down a pig with a .380 The armchair experts will not like that one.

[@Paulkersey5921]

"You need to eat, tired of watching KZbin videos"lol most of us have you on speaker and will lay the phone down while eating or resting while still listening

[@lowellguzman7249]

I'm just imaging all the sugar spread on the ground. The ants are probably cheering you on when you're aiming at the soda bottles, "C'mon hit the soda bottle". Lol

[@Ashroyer86]

LOL

[@audreywalker9400]

Hello I love your videos. I'm a new carrier and user I test the Ruger LCP2 and the Glock 42. I love how the Glock felt in my hand while shooting it at the range.

[@dixiedog1179]

I enjoy Hickok45 videos,rather I agree or not he is fun to watch.

[@chrisbunn3272]

I’ve had some trouble with Ammo Inc TMJ flat nose ammo. My Glock 42 is a bit ammo sensitive.

[@LoganVanders]

So is mine. It took several hundred rounds of different ammo before I found something it liked and fed reliably.

[@chrisbunn3272]

@ For me nearly any ball ammo is fine. And it seems to feed well with Federal HST hollow points.

[@BrendanTheGent]

Hickok should do a chapter 3 on this since glock has fixed the feeding issues since then. check for an 02 or 03 on the magazines they are the upgraded versions

[@quintili1]

Good to know, thanks. My dad just bought a G42, I'll check his mags.

[@BrendanTheGent]

+Joseph Quintiliani you're welcome! glad I could help

[@drakefire1800]

BrendanTheGent My problem on some of these smaller guns is racking the slide harder. You'll get a double feed if you don't rack hard enough.

[@Ashroyer86]

@@drakefire1800 rack all the way to the back. Every time and no issues. That's how it's meant to be done.

[@DoubleQz]

Thanks for the review and information about trying different manufacturers for the bullets to see which ones the gun has no trouble with.

[@TXetc]

CCI Blazer .380 ammo is AWESOME! $13/50 round box at my local Academy Sports and they get it in bulk about twice a week now. Never had a malfunction with it in my Diamondback DB380/Glock 42. I use it for my .380 carry ammo as well for extra penetration with the slightly weak .380 round. Can't beat the value/reliability on that!

[@cyclecamp1]

I have also had excellent results with the DB380 using the 'old' Remington R380A1 88gr hp. The gun is very fussy with many other loads though. Sorry to go off topic.

[@TXetc]

cyclecamp1 Hey no worries, I love my DB380. Got the newer Gen 2 and it works great! I think they corrected the Gen 1 issues. Got an unboxing vid on my channel and plan to do the review here pretty soon after I edit all the shooting footage.

[@HarrySatchelWhatsThatSmell]

I'm about to purchase the G42. I'm going to go with the Hydra-Shock ACP 90 Grain as a start. I've got a nice little range 10 minutes from the house. I've never owned a handgun but am ex-military.

[@VidiotB454]

Hickok, are you Captain America?

[@cdalton3169]

I have one. I love it. Bought one when they came out... zero problems. Use Underwood ammo. LeHigh Defense Bullet.

[@JasonWh]

Critical Defense has been rock solid in my wife's Glock 42.

[@budbetternippers6808]

it's great for anyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it will stop a thug or two from doing harm to you or your family when you carry!Glock 19 will be in home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@acatnamedscoop7718]

I saw a glock commercial on TV today I almost fell over I cant remember when the last gun commercial that I saw on TV was

[@darrtrubb]

Which pistol has proven more reliable for you: Glock 42 or Kahr P380?

[@moregainsmoreveins5267]

darrtrubb glock of course, khar is trash

[@CHRGD1]

I bought a Glock 42 as a carry gun. My 27 just gets too heavy to lug around all day. (back problems) My wife has a LCP .380 for almost a year. When we went to shoot my 42, she shot hers, and hated it! The trigger pull was terrible! It was rough, and she had to use 2 fingers most of the time. She shot my 42 and loved it. Put most of her rounds right in the center of the target!! I went right to the desk, ask if they had another 42, and they did, and bought her a 42 as well. I heard you say in your video about being easy to pull left with it. Well I didn't take note of that till I shot her 42. My 42 don't do it. Not sure whats up with that. I thank you Hickok45, your videos are very informative. Thanks for doing the videos!!!

[@justnow481]

As much as I really love Glocks, I have chosen to go with a Sig P238 instead. But the real question is where has all the hollow point .380 AUTO ammo gone? I haven't found it anywhere.

[@FFLL2112]

Just Now.. hard ball tests better in .380 bc not enough thrust behind the round to create proper kinetic energy for the hollow point to be fully effective. 9mm is a much better self defense round and cheaper. .380 does NOT reach the FBI specs required for a self defense round. Love Glocks but this gun is not ‘ideal’ for self defense carry

[@dancingdruid8314]

I had my G42 both stove pipe and or jam using all sorts of ammo. Then i realized i hadn't hit the 500 round break in period i give every gun. I walked around the house with an empty pistol and racked the slide quickly about 100 time a day for a week. it takes about 15 minutes a day. I did this instead of shooting $250 worth of ammo. but after that week never had another problem again....Break it in Baby!!!